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Seeking electric shaver recommendations

Posted on 5/28/16 at 10:32 am
Posted by CauleyHog
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Member since Nov 2012
4671 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 10:32 am
Gents, I've never had an electric shaver before and I am considering to buy one. Do y'all have any recommendations as far as brands and models? Any I should stay away from? My skin is pretty sensitive too. Any advice and knowledge you can give me will be highly appreciated.
Posted by SippyCup
Gulf Coast
Member since Sep 2008
7083 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 10:36 am to
Check out the Panasonic wet/dry line.

Panasonic Arc5

I shave in the shower every other day. No shaving cream just water.

I find I get a better shave from the electric. My skin gets very irritated from a regular razor than with the electric.
This post was edited on 5/28/16 at 12:03 pm
Posted by Layabout
Baton Rouge
Member since Jul 2011
11082 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 10:43 am to
I switched to electric a few years ago when I started taking Plavix and had to worry about every nick and scratch bleeding. The first electric I bought was a Phillips that had a tendency to pull my beard hairs, very uncomfortable. Fortunately it died within six months and I replaced it with a Panasonic that I like much, much better. It gives a smooth shave (for an electric) with no discomfort at all. I sometimes even forget to use aftershave. Here's a LINK
Posted by ehidal1
Chief Boot Knocka
Member since Dec 2007
37339 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 10:59 am to
I have sensitive skin on my neck and I usually have to wait 3-4 days for the hair to get long enough to shave. I don't like how scruffy it looks on those last days for work. I tried electric razors but couldn't ever find one worth a shite. I recently tried the Norelco $80-90 model (wet/dry) and didn't like it.

I am curious about the Panasonic and the difference and how close of a shave.
Posted by airfernando
Member since Oct 2015
15248 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 11:08 am to
It has been my experience that none of them shave as close as a razor, including the very expensive electric shavers. If getting one, definitely get a wet/dry one. I did like being able to use it in the shower.

None below $100 are worth having
Posted by LSU alum wannabe
Katy, TX
Member since Jan 2004
27872 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 11:32 am to
Four replies before a Double Edge safety razor hijack?

You guys are slipping.
Posted by TheWalrus
Land of the Hogs
Member since Dec 2012
48113 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 11:42 am to
Phillips Norelco 1160cc is what I use and it's pretty good. Target is offering it half off regular price. LINK
Posted by LSUwag
Florida man
Member since Jan 2007
18141 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 11:51 am to
Braun is the correct answer.
Posted by Layabout
Baton Rouge
Member since Jul 2011
11082 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 11:54 am to
quote:

I am curious about the Panasonic and the difference and how close of a shave.


It works best when shaving a one or two day growth of beard that sticks straight out rather than being plastered down next to the skin. I've never gotten irritation from it.

You can use it wet with shaving cream but it's not really necessary. I can't tell any difference in closeness wet or dry.
This post was edited on 5/28/16 at 11:56 am
Posted by BigPapiDoesItAgain
Amérique du Nord
Member since Nov 2009
3528 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 3:48 pm to
Braun series 9 ($$$) quietest, fastest
Braun series 7 ($$) less powerful, louder, still good
Buy the series 9 if you don't mind spending $250 + (BBB discount coupon)
Posted by CelticDog
Member since Apr 2015
42867 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 3:51 pm to
quote:

None below $100 are worth having


that's about it. you will regret buying low.

look at the top 3 most expensive where you can shop conveniently and then look at reviews on line.

I like one that has its own special sauce you put on your skin. it also "requires" that you ship it to the manufacturer to be tuned up once a year.
So that one costs more and has a maintenance factor.
But its great.

Posted by Sho Nuff
Oahu
Member since Feb 2009
14190 posts
Posted on 5/28/16 at 4:42 pm to
Yeah, I bought the Arc 3 a couple years ago and it's a great shave for me. It came with the cleaning/charging station. OP, this one is under $100 now but the Arc5 I'm sure is the latest.

Arc3
Posted by CauleyHog
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Member since Nov 2012
4671 posts
Posted on 5/29/16 at 3:07 am to
I use a double edge safety razor now. I have to shave every morning for work (Army) and my face does not like it. Also, I have to shave in a hurry a lot so I tend to nik my self quite a bit, so that's why I am looking into the electric shaver.
This post was edited on 5/29/16 at 3:13 am
Posted by lsu480
Downtown Scottsdale
Member since Oct 2007
92903 posts
Posted on 5/29/16 at 3:58 am to
I have tried a few, all were over $100 bucks, and all sucked. If you are in the Army I wouldn't even think about one unless you don't have a lot of hair growth on your face.
Posted by 62Tigerfan
Member since Sep 2015
5379 posts
Posted on 5/29/16 at 7:11 am to
I use a Norelco Aquatec (wet/dry). Don't remember what I paid but it was less than $100.

Whichever electric razor you use, give your skin at least two weeks to acclimate. Until that happens, you won't get a close shave.
Posted by WHATASHAME
Louisiana
Member since Sep 2009
726 posts
Posted on 5/29/16 at 8:19 am to
quote:

Braun series 9 ($$$) quietest, fastest


This. Have used every day for more than 10 years....(the same one) very durable.
This post was edited on 5/29/16 at 8:28 am
Posted by Kingpenm3
Xanadu
Member since Aug 2011
9976 posts
Posted on 5/29/16 at 8:26 am to
I trim with this every workday. So easy and fast.



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